Meeting rooms

Corporate explorers needed

Perhaps meetings in Antarctica are always busy and never clichéd is because it’s hard to say “at the end of the day’ when there’s 24 hours of sunshine?

We like to think the International Antarctic Centre meeting and function spaces are similarly inspiring and productive. There is a range of options covering everything from daytime meetings and conferences through to cocktail parties and evening functions.

We’re also a stone’s throw from the Christchurch Airport, making our meeting spaces incredibly convenient for those flying in to the Garden City. And, despite what the penguins might tell you, we don’t just serve fish and sushi. Our in-house catering team provides a wide range of delicious menu options.

SIR ED HILLARY ROOM

Located on the Mezzanine floor, the Sir Ed Room offers views over the atrium area and natural light.

EQUIPMENT – FREE OF CHARGE!

The following equipment is provided free of charge with the hire of the room.
• Data projector and screen
• Whiteboard
• Flipchart
• Wireless internet access

ATTRACTION ENTRY

We have a range of options available when you book a function to add on all or part of the Antarctic Attraction.

GENERAL ADMISSION – $35 PP

General Admission takes approximately 2-2.5 hours
to complete.
For groups of 15 or more the tour will be partially guided by one of our attraction guides. Groups smaller then this will be self-guided.
As well as the storm room, Little Blue penguins and gallery, your guests will also be able to watch a 4D movie and experience the Hägglund Ride.

4D THEATRE ONLY – $10 PP

Our 4D theatre seats 48 guests at one time. You will get to experience a simulated ship ride from South America to Antarctica. This 4D movie runs for approximately
12 minutes.

HÄGGLUND RIDE ONLY – $10 PP

Take a ride on one of our Hägglunds around our purpose-built course. We have designed a track to show the capabilities of the Hägglund all-terrain vehicles that are used on the ice in Antarctica. The ride goes for approximately 10 minutes. The ride is not suitable for those who are pregnant, have back or neck issues or those that have severe motion sickness.

We can add a number of unique features to ensure your meeting is exceptional.

Husky dogs to welcome guests

Antarctic Centre characters

Hägglund all-terrain, amphibian vehicle rides

Ice bars and cool cocktails

Snow storm experience

Ice sculptures

Sunset-on-the-ice lighting effects

The New Zealand Penguin Encounter

Our facilities

We regularly host social and business gatherings of all shapes and sizes, with our five separate meeting and function areas including two conference rooms and marquees for accommodating larger crowds outside.

Atrium & dining spaceWith a large event space and dining areas available we host a number of annual local, national and international conferences and events.Dining capacity: 130General capacity: 250

4D theatre & HD theatreOur 4D theatre can seat up to 48 guests at one time and provides a range of options for a completely immersive viewing experience. Our HD theatre also provides a great space for presentations, lectures and other gatherings.Theatre capacity: 48